Navigating Patterns of Choosing Emotionally Unavailable Partners
CPTSD Medicine Podcast
Navigating the landscape of relationships often leads humans with CPTSD to encounter the recurring patterns of choosing emotionally unavailable partners. This pattern can be both perplexing and distressing, as humans find themselves repeatedly drawn to partners who withdraw in moments of vulnerability. I offer a nuanced perspective on this issue, by challenging the traditional view by suggesting that "emotionally unavailable" may be a misnomer, as partners can exhibit emotional responsiveness under certain conditions. These partners can be confusing because they often appear supportive when...
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The Evolution and Future of CPTSD Medicine
CPTSD Medicine Podcast
What does it take to honor your truth, even when it means saying goodbye? In this heartfelt conclusion to Season 13, I make a special announcement regarding the podcast and reflect on the transformative power of truth and alignment in healing work. I delve into the evolution of the CPTSD Medicine Healing Protocol, its culmination as a published manual, and the community’s incredible role in shaping this journey. Hear about the importance of energetic investment, the challenges of leadership, and the exciting vision I have for 2025. Join us to celebrate this milestone, embrace a new chapter,...
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Completing Ancestral Loops for CPTSD Healing
CPTSD Medicine Podcast
What is the importance of ancestral work in healing CPTSD? Self-belief is a crucial component in the healing journey of individuals with complex PTSD (CPTSD), as it empowers them to trust their capabilities and navigate the intricate path of intergenerational trauma. Tanner underscores this by sharing her personal experiences, where she initially struggled due to a lack of self-belief, which hindered his healing process. Through her journey, Tanner realized that cultivating a strong sense of self-belief is essential for overcoming CPTSD, as it involves betting on oneself and maintaining the...
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Embracing Resistance as a Gift of Knowing
CPTSD Medicine Podcast
How can resistance be viewed as an opportunity for growth in trauma recovery? The journey toward resolving complex PTSD (CPTSD) is a transformative and deeply personal endeavor that requires resilience, commitment, and a willingness to confront the messy and non-linear nature of trauma recovery. Tanner, drawing from her own experiences and insights, emphasizes the critical importance of not allowing past inefficiencies and failures to deter ongoing investment in one's healing journey. She acknowledges the inevitable resistance and challenges encountered along the way, advocating for persistent...
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The Wisdom of Ancestors with Nicole Casteel
CPTSD Medicine Podcast
What is ancestral healing and why is it significant? Nicole Casteel is an ancestral healing practitioner and heart-centered ritualist, known for her ability to create deep transformational spaces through sound ceremonies and guided rituals across the United States. With a unique blend of her opera singing background and a Master's degree in music education and performance, Nicole addresses the Mother Wound and generational trauma, considering ancestral healing a crucial aspect of personal growth and trauma resolution. She believes that our ancestral wounds and patterns significantly shape our...
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Navigating Neurodivergence with Renee Fleming
CPTSD Medicine Podcast
What external factors and frameworks have helped Renee in her recovery journey? Renee Fleming is a dedicated mental health professional whose work is profoundly influenced by her personal experiences as a survivor of abuse and neglect. With a background in psychology and social work, she utilizes Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy as a key tool in her practice to help clients, particularly cycle breakers, navigate their healing journeys. Renee's personal journey with IFS has allowed her to move from feelings of abandonment and emotional pain to a place of tender awareness and...
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Archetypal Exploration through Shamanic Astrology with Levi Banner
CPTSD Medicine Podcast
What is shamanic astrology and how can it help with healing and transformation? How does exploring one's Sacred Blueprint aid in moving beyond trauma identification? Archetypal work and shamanic astrology are powerful tools for healing and transformation, particularly in the context of CPTSD, as discussed by Tanner and Levi. By exploring one's Sacred Blueprint and engaging with archetypal narratives, individuals can break free from trauma cycles and discover new aspects of themselves, aiding in their healing journey. Levi Banner, a certified astrologer, uses music, breathwork, and astrology to...
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Human Design and Transformation with Karen Curry Parker
CPTSD Medicine Podcast
Human design is a method used to aid in healing complex PTSD (CPTSD) by encouraging individuals to reshape their personal narratives, thereby improving their physical health and overall wellness. This approach highlights the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, promoting a holistic healing journey that empowers individuals to uncover their authentic selves beyond trauma and conditioning. Karen Curry Parker's transition from nursing to using human design exemplifies its power in helping individuals reclaim sovereignty over their stories, leading to transformative health outcomes....
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Creating New Mental Health Paradigms for Human Evolution
CPTSD Medicine Podcast
Why is CPTSD resolution considered a lifestyle? The CPTSD Medicine Podcast seeks to resolve Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) and disrupt cycles of generational trauma. This initiative coincides with the full moon of Aries, offering diverse participation methods such as free community live streams, a self-paced subscription service, and mentorship, all grounded in the CPTSD Medicine Healing Protocol. Tanner, reflecting on her podcast journey, expresses gratitude for the listeners who have shared their stories and found healing through her content. She underscores the significance...
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Internal Family Systems for CPTSD Resolution
CPTSD Medicine Podcast
How does Internal Family Systems (IFS) help individuals address CPTSD? The resolution of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) through Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy offers a compelling approach to healing by addressing the fragmented internal experiences that often accompany trauma. Tanner Wallace, in his CPTSD Medicine podcast, highlights the transformative power of IFS in helping individuals unburden and understand different parts of themselves, leading to a more integrated perception of their trauma. With a background in working with clients who have experienced significant...
info_outlineWhy is open communication about sex important in relationships?
Sexual exploration and knowledge play a pivotal role in personal empowerment and relational dynamics, offering individuals a pathway to better understand themselves and their partners. Tanner, a proponent of this concept, views sexuality as an expression of life force, creativity, and personal satisfaction rather than mere physical interaction. Their perspective is deeply shaped by the belief that understanding one's own desires and fantasies is integral to achieving a balanced power dynamic in relationships, irrespective of gender identity. Tanner advocates for open communication and vulnerability, suggesting that a detailed understanding of personal pleasure serves as a cornerstone for mutual respect and fulfillment in intimate connections.
Key TakeAways
- Discussing sex in relationships can evoke complex emotions and indicate deeper issues.
- Understanding one's own sexual desires is a source of personal power in a relationship.
- Open communication and understanding are crucial in achieving mutual sexual fulfillment.
- Healing trauma related to sexual abuse requires clear communication and mutual understanding.
- Partners need to take responsibility for their desires and support each other's healing journey.
Actionable Insights
- Approach discussing sex in relationships with maturity
- Understand your own pleasure and fantasy spaces for personal power
- Encourage open communication about sexual desires and boundaries
- Align fantasy spaces with your partner for mutual sexual fulfillment
- Take responsibility for addressing trauma related to sexual abuse in partnerships
Quotes:
“Sex, sexuality, sexual satisfaction, sexual connection, and intimacy are so wildly nuanced.” — Tanner [0:02:39]
“Our sexuality, sexual connection, [and] sexual expression in the context of a long-term partnership is non-negotiable. Sexual satisfaction, sexual expression, sexual fulfillment is a basic core human need.” — Tanner [0:06:45]
“Anything but neutral curiosity is an indication that there’s some work to be done here.” — Tanner [0:09:05]
“Waiting until you are healed to deal with your sexuality [and] sexual issues is avoiding a beautiful, sacred, profound training ground that is only possible in a partnership. There is no other space where this particular thing can be held.” — Tanner [0:30:44]
Longer Quotes:
“Our sexuality is not just practical. It’s not just transactional. It’s truly about life force activation. It’s about primal, deep, body energy. It’s about creativity, it’s about expression, it’s about release, it’s about satisfaction. It’s about flow states and transcending our human experience. It is truly about — [unlocking] experiences beyond what our human brain can comprehend.” — Tanner [0:15:17]